Craftsman 919.762000 User Manual

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OWNERS

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

919.762000

CRAFTSMAN.

6HP 2000 PSI2 GPM

HIGH PRESSURE POWER WASHER

WARNING

Read Owner's Manual. Do not operate equipment until you have read Owners Manual for Safety. Operation, and Maintenance Instructions.

•This product is not equipped with a spark arresting muffler. If the product will be used around flammable materials, or
on land covered with materials such as agricultural crops, forest, brush, grass, or other similar items, then an approved
spark arrester must be installed and is legally required in the state of California It is a violation of California statutes
section 130050 and/or sections 4442 and 4443 of the California Public Resources Code, unless the engine is equipped
with a spark arrester, as defined in section 4442, and maintained in effective working order. Spark arresters are also
required on some U.S. Forest service land and may also be legally required under other statutes and ordinances.

Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

1S256 «18.782000 7/1/07

Searis, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Safety Guidelines

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Operating Instructions

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Assembly Instructions

Prestart instructions

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Starting Instructions.............................

High Pressure Instructions

Usings Soap/Chemicais

Nozzle Cleaning

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Pump Breakdown

Parts List

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Pressure Washer Breakdown

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SAFETY <

QUIDELINES - DEFI

NITIONS

This manual contains information
that is important for you to know
and understand. This information
relates to protecting YOUR
SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help
you recognize this information, we
use the symbols to the right. Please
read the manual and pay attention
to these sections.

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URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERI
OUS INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

Information that you should pay
special attention to.

Information for preventing damage
to equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPROPER OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND PROPERTY

DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

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RISK OF EXPLOSION

OR FIRE

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Spilled gasoline and it’s vapors can
become ignited from cigarette sparks,
electrical arcing, exhaust gases, and
hot engine components such as the
muffler.
Heat will expand fuel in the tank which
could result in spillage.
Operating the pressure washer in an
explosive environment could result in a

fire.
Materials placed against or near the
pressure washer can interfere with its
proper ventilation features causing
overheating and possible ignition of
the materials.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to
accidental ignition. Fuel improperly
secured could get into the hands of
children or other unqualified persons.

Shut off engine and allow it to cool
before adding fuel to the tank.
Use care in filling tank to avoid spilling
fuel. Move pressure washer away from
fueling area before starting engine.
Keep maximum fuel level W' below top
of tank to allow for expansion.
Operate and fuel equipment in well
ventilated areas free from obstructions.
Equip areas with fire extinguishers
suitable for gasoline fires.
Never operate pressure washer in an
area containing dry brush or weeds.

Store fuel in container approved for
gasoline, in a secure location away
from woric area.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

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RISK TO BREATHING

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RISK OF UNSAFE

OPERATION

Breathing exhaust fumes will cause
serious injury or death.

Some cleaning fluids contain sub
stances which could cause injury to
skin, eyes, or lungs.

Unsafe operation of your pressure
washer could lead to serious injury or
death to you or others.
The spray gun/wand is a powerful
cleaning tool that could look like a toy
to a child.

Reactive force of spray will cause gun/
wand to move, and could cause the
operator to slip or fall, or misdirect the
spray. Improper control of gun/wand
can result in injuries to self and others.

Operate pressure washer in a well
ventilated area. Avoid enclosed areas
such as garages, basements ,etc.
Never operate unit in a location
occupied by humans or animals.
Use only cleaning fluids specifically
recommended for high pressure
washers. Follow manufacturers
recommendations.

Become familiar with the operation and
controls of the pressure washer.
Keep children away from the pressure
washer at all times.
Never defeat the safety features of this
product.
Do not operate machine with missing,
broken, or unauthorized parts.
Never leave wand unattended while
unit is running.
Keep work area free of obstacles.
Stand on a stable surface and grip gun/
wand firmly. Expect the gun to kick
when triggered.

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IMPORtANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (cont’d)

HAZARD

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RISK OF INilURY FROM

SPRAY

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RISK OF

ELECTRICAL

SHOCK

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RISK TO FLUID INJECTION

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

High velocity fluid spray can cause
objects to break, propelling particles at
high speed.
Light or unsecured objects can become
hazardous projectiles.

Spray directed at electrical outlets or
switches, or objects connected to an
electrical circuit, could result in a fatal
electrical shock.

• Your washer operates at fluid pressures
and velocities high enough to penetrate
human and animal flesh, which could
result in amputation or other serious
injury. Leaks caused by loose fittings or
worn or damaged hoses can result
in injection injuries. DO NOT TREAT
FLUID INJECTION AS A SIMPLE CUT!
See a physician immediately!

• Relieve system pressure before attempt
ing maintenance or disassembly of
equipment.

HOW TO PREVENT IT

Always we^ ANSI approved Z87 safety
glasses. Wear protective clothing to
protect against accidental spraying.
Never point wand at, or spray people or
animals.
Always secure trigger lock when wand is
not in service to prevent accidental
operation.
Never permanently secure trigger in pull
back (open) position.

Unplug any electrically operated product
before attempting to clean it. Direct spray
away from electric outlets and switches.

Never place hands in front of nozzle.
Direct spray away from self and others.
Make sure hose and fittings are tightened
and in good condition. Never hold onto
the hose or fittings during operation.

Do not allow hose to contact muffler.

Never attach or remove wand or hose
fittings while system is pressurized.

Use only hose and high pressure
accessories rated for 2000 PSI service.
To relieve system pressure, shut off
engine, turn off water supply, and pull gun
trigger until water stops flowing.

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Use of acids, toxic or corrosive

chemicals, poisons, insecticides, or any

RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN

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kind of flammable solvent with this
product could result in serious injury or
death.

Contact with hot surfaces, such as
engines exhaust components, could
result in serious bum.

RISK OF HOT SURFACES

GLOSSARY

PSI: Unit of measure, pounds per square inch.
FLOW RATE: This is the amount of water that passes

through your wand. (Usually measured in G.P.M.,

gallons per minute).
PRESSURE WASHER PUMP: Delivers high water
pressure. Pressure washer pump is shipped with oil.
No oil should be added to this pump.
Engine: Gasoline powered engine drives pump.
Engine is shipped with oil. See Manufacturers Owner's
Manual for oil recommendations.

Do not use acids, gasoline, kerosene, or
any other flammable materials in this
product. Use only household detergents,
cleaners and degreasers recommended
for use in pressure washers.

Wear protective clothing to protect
eyes and skin from contact with sprayed
materials.

During operation, touch only the control
surfaces of the pressure washer. Keep
children away from the pressure washer
at all times. They may not be able to

recognize the hazards of this product.

ACAUTION

Operating unit with water suppiy shut-off

without flow of water will result in

equipment damage.

BYPASS MODE: This pertains to the time that the
pressure washer is running without the trigger on the
gun engaged to spray. You should never run this
pressure washer for more than 2 minutes without
pulling the trigger to allow cool waterto enterthe pump
and the heated (recirculated) waterto exit. Running the
pressure washer with water supply shut-off would void
your warranty.

ACAUTiON

THE POWERFUL SPRAY FROM YOUR PRESSURE WASHER IS CAPABLE OF CAUSING

DAMAGE TO FRAGILE SURFACES SUCH AS; WOOD, GLASS, AUTOMOBILE PAINT,
AUTO STRIPPING AND TRIM, AND DELICATE OBJECTS SUCH AS FLOWERS AND
SHRUBS. BEFORE SPRAYING, CHECK THE ITEM TO BE CLEANED TO ASSURE
YOURSELF THAT IT IS ROBUST ENOUGH TO RESIST DAMAGE FROM THE FORCE OF
THE SPRAY. AVOID THE USE OF THE CONCENTRATED SPRAY STREAM EXCEPT FOR
VERY STRONG SURFACES LIKE CONCRETE AND STEEL.

OPERATING UNIT WITH WATER SUPPLY SHUT-OFF WITHOUT FLOW OF WATER
WILL RESULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. YOU SHOULD NEVER RUN THIS PRESSURE
WASHER FOR MORE THAN 2 MINUTES WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER TO
ALLOW COOL WATER TO ENTER THE PUMP AND THE HEATED (RECIRCULATED)
WATER TO EXIT. RUNNING THE PRESSURE WASHER WITH WATER SUPPLY SHUT
OFF WOULD VOID YOUR WARRANTY.

Everything Below is Detailed
in this Manual — Please See

Reference Pages Noted Below

lASSEMBLY

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Connect Handle to Frame

• Connect Wand to Gun
Attach High Pressure Hose
Attach Water Source (Garden

Hose)

PRESTART INSTRUCTIONS

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^• Check for Leaks

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Quick Reference Guide

¡STARTING

Imstruciions

(Reference Page 5)

1 SLIDETHROTTLECONTROL

TO RUN POSITION

2 PUSH PRIMER BULB 3TIMES-WAIT

2SECONDS BETWEEN EACH PUSH

3 PULLSTART

(NOTE: If engine doesn't
start right away, trigger
gun to depressurize the unit)

HELPLINE;

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